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3.7 AVERAGE
3.7 AVERAGE
After reading reviews of this book, I was concerned that the violence would be too intense for me, and it almost was. I was considering giving up about 50 pages in. The protagonist's husband is indeed a monster, but I'm glad I carried on. This is great historical fiction, my favorite genre.
Would really give this 2 1/2 stars. Most of the book was extremely tedious but became more compelling by the end. My reaction may be due to the nature of the audio version. The.....narrator....read......very.....very.......slowly.
Spoiler alert!
The story overall is pretty fun especially around Halloween. However, this book felt like it would be a better fit as a short story. The ending is what makes this book worth reading. And, way more men needed to die.
The story overall is pretty fun especially around Halloween. However, this book felt like it would be a better fit as a short story. The ending is what makes this book worth reading. And, way more men needed to die.
Good historical fiction! While reading this I found myself filled with the desperation of one who is stuck in a situation they don't have any power to control. One I can relate to given recent life events! If an author can make you emote as if you were the character, I think they've done an incredible job.
dark
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Slooooooooooooooow. Bohjalian’s are either gripping page turners…or put me to sleep. This one was the latter. Well-written…just really really slow.
I've read a few Chris Bohjalian novels and have found him to be a mixed bag. His best ones, imo, are [b:The Flight Attendant|35506211|The Flight Attendant|Chris Bohjalian|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1498628313l/35506211._SY75_.jpg|56914238] and this one. It's always satisfying to pick up a piece of historical fiction that can bring a bygone era to life with enough dramatic tension to keep you on the edge of your seat. Satisfying read.